Key Account Manager - Pharmaceutical Raw Material

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector seeks a Key Account Manager in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will possess a tertiary science qualification and extensive sales experience, managing key customer relationships and overseeing the distribution of raw materials. This role demands strong analytical and communication skills, focusing on both customer satisfaction and strategic growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years relevant sales experience in pharmaceuticals or similar.
• In-depth knowledge of functional raw materials.
• Energetic, self-motivated, with strong administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Distributing raw materials into the pharmaceutical segments.
• Maintaining customer base and identifying new opportunities.
• Providing technical advice on formulation development.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Sales experience

Knowledge of regulatory requirements

Ability to analyze market

Education

Tertiary science qualification

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

• Must have a tertiary science qualification, ideally in chemistry or related
• Minimum 4-6 years relevant sales experience, ideally within pharmaceutical, personal / home care or similar industry
• Experience and knowledge of regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry is essential
• Must have in-depth knowledge of functional raw materials
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Energetic and self-motivated with solid administrative and organizational abilities
• Ability to build credibility and maintain professional relationships within the industry

The successful candidate will be responsible for :

• Distributing raw materials into the pharmaceutical segments.
• Maintaining the existing customer base and identifying new opportunities.
• Developing and expanding product segments with strategic importance.
• Creating and submitting offers, including taking responsibility for pricing.
• Independently processing customer inquiries, including handling complaints.
• Providing technical advice to customers on formulation development, including appropriate sampling.
• Analyzing the market for customers, products, competitors, and application areas.
• Maintaining reports and documentation in the CRM system (Salesforce).
• Managing budget and requirements planning.
• Collaborating and participating in trade fairs and customer seminars as sales promotion activities.
• Managing stock by working closely with Principal Managers to ensure optimal stock holding.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates

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Key Account Manager • Johannesburg, South Africa